Google rolls out Gemini 3.5 Transcribe with real-time transcription and 85+ language support

Google has announced Gemini 3.5 Transcribe, a new speech-to-text model designed for real-time and pre-recorded audio transcription. It handles background noise, specialized terminology and natural speech while converting audio into formatted text. The model is designed for use cases such as voice agents, real-time captioning and post-call analytics. Continue reading “Google rolls out Gemini 3.5 Transcribe with real-time transcription and 85+ language support”

Qwen3.8-Flash-Next announced with 125B parameters, up to 1M-token context and Qwen4 architecture preview

Qwen has announced Qwen3.8-Flash-Next, a multimodal mixture-of-experts (MoE) model that serves as an early preview of the architecture planned for Qwen4. It follows Qwen3-Next, whose hybrid Gated DeltaNet (GDN) and Gated Attention design was later used across the Qwen3.5, Qwen3.6, Qwen3.7 and Qwen3.8 series. Continue reading “Qwen3.8-Flash-Next announced with 125B parameters, up to 1M-token context and Qwen4 architecture preview”

realme C100i with 6.8″ 120Hz display, military-grade durability, 6500mAh battery launched in India

realme just launched the C100i, the company’s latest 4G smartphone in the C series in India after the recent launch of the C100x model. It packs a 6.8-inch HD+ 120Hz LCD screen, is powered by Unisoc T7250 Octa-Core processor with 4GB of RAM and up to 12GB of virtual RAM. Continue reading “realme C100i with 6.8″ 120Hz display, military-grade durability, 6500mAh battery launched in India”

Google Gemini Live gets Spark, Daily Brief, Personal Intelligence and hands-free Gmail management

Google is rolling out new productivity features to Gemini Live, allowing users to handle complex tasks through voice conversations. The update adds Spark integration, Daily Brief, hands-free Gmail management and Personal Intelligence. Continue reading “Google Gemini Live gets Spark, Daily Brief, Personal Intelligence and hands-free Gmail management”

Lava Bold N4 Lite launched at an effective price of Rs. 7,999

Lava has announced the latest addition to its entry-level lineup, the Lava Bold N4 Lite. Aimed at budget-conscious consumers, the smartphone emphasizes essential hardware specifications, including a 6.56-inch screen, a 5,000mAh battery, and a clean Android Go software. Continue reading “Lava Bold N4 Lite launched at an effective price of Rs. 7,999”

JBL Pulse 6 portable speaker, Quantum 520X Wireless and Quantum 120 gaming headsets announced

JBL has announced the JBL Pulse 6 portable speaker, along with the JBL Quantum 520X Wireless and Quantum 120 gaming headsets at Gamescom 2026. The new products expand JBL’s portable speaker and gaming headset lineups. Continue reading “JBL Pulse 6 portable speaker, Quantum 520X Wireless and Quantum 120 gaming headsets announced”

Stuffcool marks 12 years in India with expanded fast-charging ecosystem and anniversary offers

Indian consumer tech and charging accessories brand Stuffcool is celebrating its 12th anniversary, highlighting over a decade in the market alongside a roadmap focused on emerging charging standards. Since launching, the brand has recorded over 7.5 million units sold and expanded its retail presence to more than 8,000 offline touchpoints across India.
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Xbox unveils disc-to-digital feature for physical games

Microsoft is rolling out a new feature designed to bridge the gap between physical media and digital access, allowing players to unlock digital entitlements for their disc-based Xbox titles. The system begins testing with members of the Xbox Insider Program on August 31. Continue reading “Xbox unveils disc-to-digital feature for physical games”

Qualcomm unveils 5GHz Oryon CPU for next-gen flagship Snapdragon Platform

Qualcomm has announced its next-generation Oryon CPU, marking a technical milestone as the first mobile processor designed to reach clock speeds of 5GHz.

Aimed at upcoming flagship smartphones—including standard, pro, ultra, and foldable form factors—the custom architecture focuses on peak frequency, architectural efficiency, and memory subsystem redesigns. Continue reading “Qualcomm unveils 5GHz Oryon CPU for next-gen flagship Snapdragon Platform”

Apple iPhone 18 Pro launch event scheduled for September 9

Apple has officially issued invitations for its upcoming special event scheduled for Wednesday, September 9, 2026. The presentation will take place in person at the Steve Jobs Theater in Apple Park, Cupertino, as usual.
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Samsung P9 and P7 USB4 portable SSDs announced

Samsung Electronics officially announced its next-generation P Series portable solid-state drives (SSDs) at Gamescom 2026. The new lineup includes the flagship P9 and the versatile P7, both equipped with USB4 connectivity to address increasing file sizes associated with generative AI workflows, ultra-high-resolution media, and modern video games. Continue reading “Samsung P9 and P7 USB4 portable SSDs announced”

OPPO rolls out ColorOS 16 August update with AI Remix Collage, Currency Converter widgets, security improvements and more

OPPO has started rolling out its August ColorOS 16 update with AI Remix Collage, security improvements, Home Screen changes, Currency Converter widgets and Notes enhancements. The update also includes changes to Phone Manager, Storage Cleanup and hidden app access. Continue reading “OPPO rolls out ColorOS 16 August update with AI Remix Collage, Currency Converter widgets, security improvements and more”

boltt Ace 5G and Evo: 250+ nationwide service centers confirmed ahead of sales

Homegrown brand boltt has announced the availability of more than 250 authorized service centers across India ahead of its inaugural Ace 5G and Evo smartphone sales next week. Continue reading “boltt Ace 5G and Evo: 250+ nationwide service centers confirmed ahead of sales”

MG Hector Tomahawk EV with 517km range, PHEV with 1100km+ range launched starting at Rs. 19.49 lakh with BaaS option

JSW MG Motor India has unveiled the Hector Tomahawk, its first product based on the ADAPT (Advanced Drive Architecture Platform Technology) and India’s first Multi-New Energy Vehicle (NEV) platform. It is offered with Electric Vehicle (EV) and Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) powertrains. Continue reading “MG Hector Tomahawk EV with 517km range, PHEV with 1100km+ range launched starting at Rs. 19.49 lakh with BaaS option”

Lenovo Legion Y700 AI (2026) with 8.4″ 2.5K 165Hz OLED display, Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, 5G Dual SIM support announced

Lenovo has officially introduced the Y700 AI (2026) Tablet at its latest product showcase as the successor to last year’s Y700 model. Positioned as a compact flagship device geared toward high-performance use and gaming, the tablet is already on sale. Continue reading “Lenovo Legion Y700 AI (2026) with 8.4″ 2.5K 165Hz OLED display, Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, 5G Dual SIM support announced”